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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 800-34 WALNUT ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO URGENT CARE FACILITY. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | KEVIN MCGINN PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 |
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| 212 S JESSUP ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. |
| — |
| JESSE FELLS |
| 19107 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2127 N FRONT ST | Change of UsePersonal Services - Body Art Service | — | — | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 442 W SPENCER AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplace underfloor plumbing to three fixtures. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 800S MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ELEVATOR WITHIN AN EXISTING ELEVATOR SHAFTWAY BETWEEN THE STREET LEVEL AND CONCOURSE LEVELS FOR ACCESSIBLE ACCESS TO THE EXISTING PUBLIC TRANSIT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMIITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **NO EXCAVATION WITH THIS PERMIT** **ELEVATOR PERMIT FROM THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA IS REQUIRED** | 1 | A P CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2119 E FIRTH ST | Addition and/or Alteration• Box Installations, mounting plastic boxes to studs for all future outlets. The wall studs and ceiling joints will be open for installations. • Running the wires, pulling non-metallic sheathed romex cable from the circuit panel out to the new kitchen addition. • Running independent separate power lines so appliances. • Running 20-amp circuits for countertop outlets. • Wiring countertop and receptacles with GFCI protection. | — | LIP Electric LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 154 MOORE ST | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR RENOVATIONS AND FOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR AND VERTICAL ADDITION ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. DETAILS AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | JOHN HINES | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2140 CHRISTIAN ST | AlterationsInstall laundry tub, 1shower, 1 tub, 3 vanities, 3 toilets and kitchen sink. Run new water lines to all fixtures and 1 hose bib. Install water heater | — | ROBERT ZWICHAROWSKI | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 7322-24 FRANKFORD AVE | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo CP-2026-003346 Plumbing: Alteration to first floor commercial unit. Second floor not included in plumbing scope.. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | KEN CHAN | C | 19136 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2822 N MARSTON ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 sh | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 6544 N 5TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. 70% 60K BTU furnace, 2.5 ton AC, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | THOMAS HUGHES CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 3855 ASPEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE.(SIZE AND LOCATION AS PER PLANS) | — | CANNO DESIGN LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2039 WILDER ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Installation Of 96% efficient gas furnace, 75,000 BTU with 2 1/2 ton cooling coil and outdoor condenser. Some new ductwork throughout the house. 14 Diffusers/Registers connected to new ductwork | — | Condino Heating & Air Inc. | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 201 N 21ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationIT room and cabling plenum 250' | — | J.W. Carrigan | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 7400 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | AIR TIGHT HEATING AND COOLING | C | 19152 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 18 W ROCKLAND ST | Addition and/or Alterationrewiring of home 200 amp service install as per 2020 NEC code | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 840 RITNER ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE STORY REAR ADDITION ABOVE THE EXISTING FIRST FLOOR AS PART OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | B&K GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2451 KIMBALL ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Install 60K BTU furnace, 2.5 ton AC, ductwork, and 8 registers | — | ISA A KOVACI | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 6518 N 16TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | UNIVERSAL HOME IMPROVEMENT INC | 19126 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 1810 HULSEMAN ST | AlterationsReplacing Curb Trap and Fresh Air Inlet. | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 709 DISSTON ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelREPLACiNG FIXTURES FOR BATHROOM,TUB, TOLIET AND LAVATORY | — | CPR PLUMBING INC | 19111 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 526 MARTIN ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovations to create finished basement in an existing single family attached structure, no structural work. no bed room in the basement. details per plan. | — | VINCENT T BOLGER | 19128 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 246 DORSET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | LIRAN BENSHOSHAN | 19119 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 1167 HELLERMAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationINCREASE EXISTING ELECTRICAL SERVICE WITH A 200 AMP SERVICE AND 40 SPACE PANEL, REPLACE 3 HARDWIRE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS (FIRST FLOOR/ BASEMENT/ HALLWAY.), INSTALL 2 ARC-FAULT CIRCUIT BREAKERS, REPLACE 5 GROUND FAULT RECEPTACLES (KITCHEN/BATHROOM/ MICROWAVE.), INSTALL EXTERIOR FIXTURE WITH MOTION DETECTOR, INSTALL 3 SMOKE DETECTORS (ONE IN EACH BEDROOM.), REPLACE 4 ELECTRICAL FIXTURES (BEDROOM/HALLWAY), REPLACE 12 RECEPTACLES THROUGHOUT THE PROPERTY, INSTALL A 20 AMP DEDICATED LINE FOR BACK | — | Victor M Casiano Nogueras | 19111 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 509 MURDOCH RD | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 sh | — | — | 19119 |